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Many investors overlook the importance of steady income. No matter your investment profile, dividends provide stable growth with consistent payments that accrue and compound over time. If you plan to retire wealthy, you need stocks that will pay you to own them. Our investment analysts highlight the stocks with the highest yields, uncover those increasing their payouts and evaluate the highly regarded Dividend Aristocrats, plus much more. Read on to find out how you can profit from investing in dividend stocks.

Recent Dividend Stocks Articles

Lockheed Martin’s Dividend Has LMT Stock Flying High

A growing dividend, cutting-edge technology and key U.S. Department of Defense partners makes LMT stock a solid pick for 2020.

3M Offers Shelter From the Coronavirus Storm

3M stock was hit when it took 49 cents per share in charges to cover layoffs and litigation costs. But its dividend remains attractive.

Wells Fargo’s Nightmare Reveals an Income Investor’s Dream

Charles Scharf must turn Wells Fargo around, but WFC stock is already an income dream with a fat yield and dividend growth.

Freeport-McMoRan Stock Is Focused on 2021

Freeport-McMoRan stock is all set up for a big 2021. Investors should expect a huge dividend hike in 2021 that will send it surging.

Is the Bottom in for Occidental Stock Ahead of Its Q4 Results?

OXY stock is a solid company undergoing some big changes in a tough environment, but at least Occidental stock is trading well.

Wells Fargo Is Starting to Look Undervalued

Wells Fargo stock is starting to look undervalued. If the dividend rises within the next two quarters, WFC stock will rise.

3 Reasons Visa Stock Remains a Solid Bet for Income Investors

There are very few companies that can match Visa for its growth, its commitment to shareholders and its business model. V stock is an outstanding pick for any investor, and now that’s broken through resistance at $210, you can expect continued sustained growth for the foreseeable future.

5 Cheap High-Yield Dividend Stocks Set to Grow Their Dividends

These stocks have yields over 6.5% that are well covered by earnings and low price-to-earnings ratios, making them clear buys for investors looking to cash in on dividends.

Home Depot Stock Hikes Dividend

Home Depot stock likely to be a winner In 2020. Home Depot stock will benefit an expected large hike in the dividend on Feb. 25.

Is Cisco Stock Worth Buying Now?

Despite the current volatility of CSCO stock, its low valuation and decent dividend yield make Cisco a long-term buy.

Expect Cisco Stock to Move Higher on Dividend Growth

Cisco is cheap based on its huge free cash flow growth. As a result, expect another hike in Cisco stock's dividend this coming quarter.

5 Total Yield Dividend Stocks That Offer Attractive Returns

These five dividend stocks have total yields equivalent to 8% or more of their market value, making them attractive for investors.

10 Mid-Cap Dividend Stocks to Buy Now

As U.S.-China trade war tensions continue to rise, these mid-cap companies are dividend stocks to buy because they offer investors the best of both worlds.

BP Earnings: BP Stock Bounces 4% on Dividend Boost

BP (BP) earnings for the oil and gas company's fourth quarter of 2019 have BP stock heading higher Tuesday on a dividend increase.

Caterpillar Looks Ready to Increase Its Dividend Early in 2020

Caterpillar is a serious cash flow machine that should be able to increase the CAT stock dividend in 2020. Look to buy shares this year.

3 Dividend Growth Stocks to Buy Now

Looking for dividend stocks? The key is in dividend growth rather than yield. Here are 3 with top-notch dividend growth to buy.

7 Underappreciated Foreign Dividend Stocks to Buy Now

This is a great time to add the benefits of diversification to your portfolio with some attractive foreign dividend stocks.

Coca-Cola Is the Most Conservative Investment You Can Make

Coca-Cola stock was a star in the January market, but don't be fooled. This is a slow-growing dividend aristocrat.

After Earnings, It’s Clear IBM’s Rometty Needs to Step Aside

Replacing CEO Virginia Rometty with Red Hat head Jim Whitehurst might send IBM stock flying. It seems nothing else will.